The 2024 ARNEC conference aims to inspire actionable steps and provide policymakers and practitioners with the necessary tools and approaches to tackle current challenges in ECD. 

Under the theme ‘Investing in ECD: An Effective Pathway for Building Resilience and Boosting Sustainable Development,’ the conference will gather a diverse array of ECD stakeholders. These participants will exchange ideas, share experiences, and commit to strengthening the E.C.D movement throughout the region.

Mulipola highlighted the advancements made in early childhood development across Samoa and the Pacific. 

She also engaged in an exclusive roundtable discussion focusing on Samoa's specific progress and initiatives in ECD. 

Loau will co-present on the achievements and challenges faced in the realm of early childhood development, discussing forward-looking strategies to enhance these efforts.

In addition to the Samoan representatives, colleagues from the Republic of Marshall Islands and UNICEF Pacific are also part of the conference. 

Their presence underscores the collaborative spirit within the region, emphasizing the shared commitment to addressing the needs of early childhood development collectively.

This significant event offers Samoa a valuable platform to participate in global discussions on best practices in early childhood development and sustainable development. By aligning with international efforts to promote inclusive growth and equitable opportunities, Samoa aims to contribute to the global ECD agenda and showcase its progress on the world stage.